 Hi, I'm Sandy Brown and I'm running for re-election to the Santa Cruz City Council. I'm running because I believe local government should reflect our community values. For me that means supporting policies and programs aimed at maintaining it and improving our parks and open spaces, tackling the climate crisis by building out bike and pedestrian infrastructure, and planning for sea level rise and other disruptions which disproportionately affect low income people and neighborhoods. Increasing the number of affordable units to be built in new developments and dedicating city property for affordable housing. Providing support and protections for renters and small business tenants struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Supporting workers' rights and living wage job creation and critical support of services for those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. My approach to public service is motivated by my lifelong commitment to advancing the goals of economic democracy, sustainability, and social justice. It is also informed by principles of good governance. I believe that people should have a voice in deciding how the city runs and that we must find ways to meaningfully involve the public in decision making processes. In talking with people across the city, I've learned that many do not feel like their voices are being heard and I want to be a part of changing that. As we navigate the challenging road of the dual public health and economic crises brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, our public servants must provide collaborative and participatory leadership. Now is the time to meaningfully engage with the public about recovery and rebuilding. To learn more about me and my campaign, please visit www.sandybrownforcitycouncil.com. My 2016 campaign motto was a Santa Cruz for all of us. And it is in that spirit that I ask for your vote this year. Thank you.